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“Police Blotter” Highlights – Ending August 27, 2017

“Police Blotter” Highlights – Ending August 27, 2017

ROBBERIES
On Monday, August 21st, around 8:50 a.m., Ofc. Olson was dispatched to the 3200 block of San Luces Way on the report of a grand theft, which was ultimately determined to be a robbery. The victim said an unknown male walked into her garage via an open door and grabbed a bag of tools. When the victim confronted him, he struggled with her before breaking free and running to his vehicle, described as a 2000s green Chevy Silverado extended cab pick-up with a camper shell. The suspect was described as a white male, 45-50 years old, tall with a muscular build, and light brown hair.

On Tuesday, August 22nd, around 12:40 p.m., Ofc. Valdehueza and Police Officer Trainee Smith were dispatched to the 30000 block of Industrial Parkway SW on the report of a robbery. The victim interrupted an in-progress auto burglary and confronted a male suspect in an attempt to retrieve his property. The suspect hopped in his car and rammed the victim’s vehicle in an attempt to get away. A female suspect then withdrew a concealed knife and attempted to stab the victim. The victim was uninjured, and the suspects fled in their vehicle, described as a white GMC SUV. The male suspect was described as a white male adult, about 6’0” with a skinny build. The female suspect was described as a white female adult with a skinny build and blonde hair in a ponytail.

On Wednesday, August 23rd, around 9:30 a.m., Ofc. Leete and Police Officer Trainee Stange were dispatched to the 20 block of Union Square on the report of a robbery attempt. The victim said he was sitting in his vehicle, when a male approached the open window and demanded money. The suspect eventually walked away but was located nearby and identified by the victim. Chana Hughes, a 21-year-old Union City resident, was arrested for robbery.

On Thursday, August 24th, around 7:50 p.m., Ofc. Sears was dispatched to the area of 11th St. and Decoto Rd. on the report of a robbery. The victim said he was hit in the back of the head and shoved to the ground, and then three suspects took his laptop bag, cell phone and wallet. All the property except for the wallet was recovered nearby. The suspects were described as black males, 18-25 years old. Two of them had short black hair, and one had short black curly hair.

On Thursday, August 24th, around 8:20 p.m., Ofc. Mangan was dispatched to the 34800 block of 11th St. on the report of a just-occurred robbery. It appears the same suspects from the previous robbery were also responsible for this one. The suspects punched the victim and stole his laptop bag, jewelry and wallet. The laptop and emptied wallet were later recovered.

PROACTIVE ENFORCEMENT
On Monday, August 21st, around 5:15 p.m., Ofc. Perry was dispatched to the area of Decoto Rd. and 10th St. on the report of a disturbance between a man and a woman. A probation search yielded methamphetamine, marijuana and items indicative of sales, in addition to shaved keys. Allen Ramos, a 27-year-old Union City resident, was arrested for various drug-related offenses and the possession of burglary tools.

BURGLARIES AND CAR THEFTS

RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES
From Monday, August 21st through Sunday, August 27th, there were three reported residential burglaries and two attempts:
• 33700 block of 3rd St.: Occurred on Tuesday, August 22nd, between 11 a.m. and 1:50 p.m. A rear window was pried open, and the loss included jewelry, electronics, designer handbags, and cash.
• 33000 block of Brockway St.: Occurred on Tuesday, August 22nd, between 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. The rear sliding glass door was pried open and removed. The loss is unknown at this time.
• 32000 block of Alvarado Niles Rd.: Occurred between Thursday, August 24th at 9 p.m., and Friday, August 25th at 12:30 a.m. A suspect entered via unknown means and stole electronics and jewelry.
• 35000 block of Begonia St. (attempt only): Occurred between Sunday, August 20th at 11 a.m., and Thursday, August 24th at 7:30 a.m. The security gate on the front door was broken, but there was no entry.
• 32700 block of Downieville St. (attempt only): Occurred on Saturday, August 26th, between 11 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. A window screen was pried loose, but there was no entry.

Safety Tip: A reminder from ADT: Always lock your doors and windows when you leave home; most burglars enter in unlocked front, back or garage doors. More tips available at: https://www.protectyourhome.com/home-security-tips

COMMERCIAL BURGLARIES
From Monday, August 21st through Sunday, August 27th, there were no reported commercial burglaries.

AUTO BURGLARIES AND VEHICLE THEFTS
From Monday, August 21st through Sunday, August 27th, there was one reported auto burglary in a residential area.

Safety Tip: As a reminder, never leave items of value inside your vehicle! Please see this alert with safety tips on how to prevent auto burglaries and thefts: http://nixle.com/alert/5548374/

From Monday, August 21st through Sunday, August 27th, there were five reported vehicle thefts. As of the time of this report, four of the vehicles have been recovered.

Anyone with information on local crime or any of the listed incidents should contact the Investigations Division at 510-675-5247. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact the tips line by calling 510-675-5207 or email tips@unioncity.org. Please note that messages left after regular business hours or on a weekend will not be received until the next business day. If you are calling to report a crime that is currently occurring, call 911.

LET US KNOW HOW WE ARE DOING
We strive to provide excellent service to the community and are interested in hearing from members of the public about the quality of our service. Please share your experience and let us know how we’re doing. Visit http://www.ci.union-city.ca.us/departments/police-department to complete a Police Customer Satisfaction Survey.

DISCLAIMER: All are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The mugshots and/or arrest records are in no way an indication of guilt and they are not evidence that an actual crime has been committed.